Explore the range of talent available from our community of Red River Métis artisans.
Perry Holmes is a Winnipeg born artist. After many years as a Data Technician, he chose to pursue art full time. His Métis heritage from his mother’s side in Elie, Manitoba has always been a source of pride and inspiration that is reflected in his artwork. His circle of friends continues to grow as he…
My name is Petina Ferland. I was born and raised in the North West region but I now reside in the South West region with my large growing family. I am a life partner, mother to five children and gramma to three grandchildren. My hobbies include pyrography, medicine picking and just being in…
Peyton Smith is a Métis woman located in Treaty 2 territory. She was always fascinated by the beadwork of many Métis people and wanted to learn how to create her own beadwork. She began beading in early 2020 and was able to refine her skills throughout the pandemic lockdowns. In the Spring of 2021, the…
Prairie Desjarlais is a solo Manitoba Métis artist who creates unique pieces of work by combining her Métis roots with her Mennonite, Prairie-girl background. Using different mediums such as leather and shed antlers that have their own ebb and flow, creating unique pieces that focus on their natural design help produce a special one of…
An Indigenous and metaphysical store. Hoping to provide positive enlightenment from their shop to your home. Métis Owner Rachael Campbell is originally from Duck Bay, Manitoba, a community situated along the western shores of Lake Winnipegosis, and raised in the North End. What customers can find at her store,…
Randi began her beading journey in 2022 with her then 9-year-old daughter, Danika, as a way for them to connect with their Métis heritage. Their first project together, 5 petal Métis flowers, led them to quickly fall in love with beading, both enjoying the sense of calmness it brings. Randi continues to learn different beading…
We are showcasing the unique and incredible talents of our Red River Métis artists, artisans, makers and designers. We give you their stories of how they came to be and why they have taken this journey. Perhaps we will inspire your very own talents as well! We can’t wait for you to introduce yourself to us!